Cancer Survivors Network - Comments for "2nd PAP - still ASCUS - Interviewing new doctor - need list of questions"http://csn.cancer.org/node/264966
Comments for "2nd PAP - still ASCUS - Interviewing new doctor - need list of questions"en-csnThanks for your inputhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1431561
<p>Thanks for your input Suzanne! &nbsp; &nbsp;I did have a biopsy on my left breast back in 2000 &nbsp;It was negative. &nbsp; I was told then that I had fibroadenoma. &nbsp; I think that what might be on my right breast. I can fee it. &nbsp; It is close to my armpit. &nbsp;It gets tender a lot and it seems to be right where my underwire bra sits. &nbsp; I am not worried about it but I definitely have mentioned it when I get my gyne exams now. &nbsp; Would that show up on a PET scan? &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<p>The only reason I found out I was a 2 was that recently you can get your results online. &nbsp;So instead of just getting a message that everything is normal, I got to read the actual report. &nbsp; However, it doesn't say where in the right breast the nodule is. &nbsp; I did get a recall last year, but I was told that they saw something near the nipple area. &nbsp;But I will do as you suggested if it becomes bothersome by requesting further testing during this year.</p>
<p>How have you been? &nbsp; I hope you have been doing fine. &nbsp; Thanks a bunch! &nbsp; &nbsp;Keep warm! &nbsp;(It is going to 17 below here tonight!) &nbsp; &nbsp;Sending warm thoughts to you!</p>
<p>Kathy</p>
Mon, 27 Jan 2014 23:48:52 +0000Kaleenacomment 1431561 at http://csn.cancer.orgSomeone finally listened to you!http://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1431532
<p>That's good, but I'm not happy about the "minimal progression".&nbsp; Good luck with the scan on Friday.</p>
<p>I've learned to relax a little (just a little) about&nbsp;mammogram abnormalities.&nbsp; My left beast (the one that didn't have cancer) feels like a bumpy rocky&nbsp;hill, yet there is "no evidence of malignancy".&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; BIRADS 2 just means they see something that isn't normal breast tissue, it doesn't mean it's cancer, and they note it so they'll be sure to look there next time and note any changes (like maybe it will be gone?).&nbsp; Keep an eye on it for changes.&nbsp; Breast cancer doesn't just sit there and not change.&nbsp; Oh, and don't let them tell you breast cancer &nbsp;usually isn't tender, because it can be.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you're not comfortable, ask for a breast ultrasound.&nbsp; If not satisfied, then a breast MRI. &nbsp; Given your history, they'll probably grant your request.&nbsp; They say 80% of breast lumps are not cancer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When I was concerned about my left bresat (this was after breast cancer treatments on my right breast), my primary care ordered these tests for me (on my left breast) because she said she'd never forgive herself if she didn't - "given my history".&nbsp; Nothing has changed in a few years, so I'm thinking this is just normal for me breast tissue.&nbsp; I did NOT feel the lump in my right breast that was cancer. . . . .</p>
<p>Suzanne</p>
Mon, 27 Jan 2014 21:55:07 +0000Double Whammycomment 1431532 at http://csn.cancer.orgNew Doctor - New Scans possiblyhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1431507
<p>Finally found a new doctor.&nbsp; I saw him last Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Got another CT scan since insuarnce company once again refused a PET.&nbsp;&nbsp; This time there was a&nbsp; change in my CT from June showing minimal progression.&nbsp;&nbsp; After a lengthy discussion with my doctor, they are going to do a study first for a PET/MRI - which is new.&nbsp;&nbsp; I still have to get the PET scan approved first by the insurance company.&nbsp;&nbsp; The MRI will be covered under the study.&nbsp;&nbsp; I am scheduled for this for Friday if it all goes through.</p>
<p>I also had my mammogram.&nbsp;&nbsp; It was fine.&nbsp; It appears I am a Catagory 2.&nbsp;&nbsp; It was also noted that I have a benign looking nodule in my right breast, but says I am good until next year.&nbsp;&nbsp; (Although I kept indicating that it is tender so I will keep an eye on it).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>My new doctor says he will not do PAPs anymore.</p>
<p>I will let you know what happens!</p>
<p>Kathy</p>
Mon, 27 Jan 2014 19:06:09 +0000Kaleenacomment 1431507 at http://csn.cancer.orgChecking inhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1428636
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Hi kathy,</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Just checking in to see how you are feeling.</span></p>
Sat, 11 Jan 2014 22:22:58 +0000laura25comment 1428636 at http://csn.cancer.orgThanks Ann. I will try tohttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1422407
<p>Thanks Ann. &nbsp; I will try to be very specific this time.</p>
<p>Also, Connie, exactly how I feel!!! &nbsp; Grrrrrrrr!&nbsp;</p>
Sun, 08 Dec 2013 01:51:16 +0000Kaleenacomment 1422407 at http://csn.cancer.orgWhen you call the nexthttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1422397
<p>When you call the next physician try asking for a conferance visit instead of a consultation,they may think if it's a consultation they are suppose to do an exam and treat.</p>
Sat, 07 Dec 2013 23:30:30 +0000Ann55comment 1422397 at http://csn.cancer.orgthat must be frustratinghttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1422391
<p>I am real sorry&nbsp; you are having so much difficulty finding a dr.&nbsp; The key to this entire journey is clicking with the doctor so you can partner.&nbsp; I am so suprised that these dr's don't listen to y ou. I go to every appt witha&nbsp; big spiral notebook and they are so used to me with my questions.&nbsp; After they go over the exam it is a ritual of okay shoot on your questions.&nbsp; there has to be one out there that is compasionate.&nbsp; My oncologist gives me a huyg every time i go.&nbsp; As a matter of fact my gyno/oncologist does as well.&nbsp;</p>
<p>I am glad you aren't giving up and moving to the next one.&nbsp;</p>
<p>keep us informed and let me know if i can help out at all.&nbsp;&nbsp; Just remember though you are your best advocate!</p>
<p>Sharon</p>
Sat, 07 Dec 2013 22:30:02 +0000Hybridspiritscomment 1422391 at http://csn.cancer.orgKathyhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1422289
<p>I am so furious &nbsp;on your behalf that I am spitting. &nbsp;Unbelievable that you were treated this way. &nbsp;And ,of course, when this happens, we blame ourselves for somehow not being in better control of the situation. &nbsp;Grrrrr.</p>
Sat, 07 Dec 2013 03:35:57 +0000ConnieSWcomment 1422289 at http://csn.cancer.orgSharon:
Thanks for thehttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1422230
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Sharon:</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">Thanks for the response. &nbsp;However, I didn't even get to ask any questions. &nbsp; Like I told Suzanna, I am such a FOOL! &nbsp; &nbsp;I should have just walked out when I didn't get my consult which was what I had asked for in the first place. &nbsp; I just went and lined up and did exactly what every patient there was doing. &nbsp;Going in, getting exam, going upstairs for blood work, setting up next appointment. &nbsp; I am mad at myself!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">But thanks for thinking of me. &nbsp; Moving on to the next one.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">Kathy</span></p>
Fri, 06 Dec 2013 21:42:29 +0000Kaleenacomment 1422230 at http://csn.cancer.orgConnie:
I am still workinghttp://csn.cancer.org/node/264966#comment-1422229
<p>Connie:</p>
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<p>I am still working on this. &nbsp;I will let you know. &nbsp; Take a look what I posted in Suzanne's post.</p>
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<p>Kathy</p>
Fri, 06 Dec 2013 21:39:58 +0000Kaleenacomment 1422229 at http://csn.cancer.org